Rick Derman EPK

RICK DERMAN — EPK (Skimmable Version, Revised Correctly)

Guitarist • Singer • Songwriter
Germany
Genres: Melodic Rock • Rock/Pop • Adult Alternative

Bio

Rick Derman is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist based in Germany. Since 1995, he has performed over 1,200 concerts across Europe, both solo and with bands. His repertoire spans well-known hits from the 1950s to the 1990s, alongside his own melodic rock songs with thoughtful, memorable lyrics. His most recent solo album, All Alone, was released in 2020, and he will start recording a new album in 2026.

Rick began his professional career in 1988 as a songwriter, producer, and studio musician for Stuart Cohn Music. He recorded in New York’s top studios with Rick Derringer and members of the Joe Cocker Band, and later collaborated with musicians who had worked with Meatloaf, Johnny Winter, and Grace Slick. These sessions resulted in his debut album, Fool For Love.

Critical Acclaim:

“…The American Rick Derman offers power, dynamism, and great professionalism on the electric guitar. His voice unites everything that belongs to good sound in the genre of rock music.”
— MZ Naumburg, Rüdiger Bensch

Discography

Rick Derman Discography

Fool For Love – April 1992 | Independent

Debut album recorded Rick Derringer and band members from Joe Cocker, Meatloaf, Grace Slick and Johnny Winter.

Pipe Dreams – January 2014 | Snoop Records

Melodic rock album featuring all guitars and vocals performed by Rick. His drummer, Derek Ballard (UK), played a crucial role in the arrangements and received a co-writing credit.

All Alone – October 2020 | Allzeit Musik

Most recent solo album with thoughtful lyrics and radio-ready production. Features musical contributions from a studio

drummer, bassist and pianist.